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Cells
Although there are many different types of cells in terms of size, structure, and function, all cells have certa…
Item CE079004: Both animal and bacteria cells perform basic life functions such as eliminating wastes.
Which of the following kinds of cells perform basic functions such as eliminating wastes?
- Animal cells, but not bacteria cells
- Bacteria cells, but not animal cells
- Both animal cells and bacteria cells
- Neither bacteria cells nor animal cells
- Distribution of Responses
- Students Responding Correctly
| Group | Correct | Total | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 1162 | 3109 | 37% |
| Grades | |||
| 6–8 | 661 | 1945 | 34% |
| 9–12 | 501 | 1159 | 43% |
| Gender | |||
| Male | 556 | 1503 | 37% |
| Female | 587 | 1551 | 38% |
| Primary Language | |||
| English | 1058 | 2782 | 38% |
| Other | 85 | 255 | 33% |
- Disciplinary Core Ideas
- LS1.A All living things are made up of cells, which is the smallest unit that can be said to be alive. An organism may consist of one single cell (unicellular) or many different numbers and types of cells (multicellular).
LS1.A Within cells, special structures are responsible for particular functions, and the cell membrane forms the boundary that controls what enters and leaves the cell.